Michaele Held
Verona,WI
Summary
Seasoned School Age Director and Day Camp Coordinator with a proven track record at Kettle Moraine YMCA, showcasing exceptional skills in program management and educational leadership. Expert in fostering collaboration among staff, ensuring compliance, and enhancing parent communication. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and staff performance, demonstrating a strong commitment to child development and administrative excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Age Director
Kettle Moraine Ymca
West Bend, WI
05.2021 - 07.2024
- Maintained records of student attendance and behavior.
- Provided guidance to staff members on best practices for working with school-age children.
- Supervised staff during afterschool programs ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations governing childcare facilities.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's development and progress.
- Managed budgets related to programming operations within established guidelines.
- Applied administrative skills in support of team members.
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
Day Camp Director
Kettle Moraine Ymca
West Bend , WI
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented day camp programs for children of all ages, including outdoor activities, educational games, and craft projects.
- Ensured the safety of all campers by supervising staff and creating a safe environment.
- Provided guidance to camp counselors on how to lead activities with children in a positive manner.
- Maintained communication with parents regarding their child's behavior and progress while at the day camp.
- Oversaw disciplinary action when necessary to maintain order among the campers.
- Assisted in developing budgets related to staffing costs, supplies, equipment needs and other related expenses.
School Age and Day Camp Coordinator
Kettle Moraine Ymca
Saukville, WI
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed daily activities of before and after school program.
- Oversaw a unit of Campers and counselors during the summer months.
- Organized and supervised daily activities, including sports, arts and crafts, outdoor games, swimming, and field trips.
- Ensured safety of all participants by enforcing rules and regulations of the camp.
- Regularly communicated with parents regarding their child's progress at program.
- Managed School District Communication.
School Age Site Supervisor
Kettle Moraine Ymca
Saukville, WI
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Directed daily operations for a site catering to more than 30 students.
- Developed detailed weekly lesson plans.
- Maintained compliance with all state-mandated licensing requirements.
- Supported various YMCA programs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religion and Education
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI05-2018
Skills
- Child development
- Collaboration
- Program management
- Educational leadership
- Parent communication
- Fundraising
- Budget administration
- Compliance procedures
- Staff management
- Administrative functions
Affiliations
- Coach- West Bend East Junior Girls Basketball Club
- Y-USA Leader Certificate
- Carthage College Success Coach
Certification
- CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Age Director
Kettle Moraine Ymca
05.2021 - 07.2024
Day Camp Director
Kettle Moraine Ymca
05.2021 - 10.2021
School Age and Day Camp Coordinator
Kettle Moraine Ymca
01.2019 - 05.2021
School Age Site Supervisor
Kettle Moraine Ymca
06.2018 - 01.2019
- CPR Certified
Bachelor of Arts - Religion and Education
Carthage College
Similar Profiles
Sydney StanfordSydney Stanford
Lifeguard at Kettle Moraine YmcaLifeguard at Kettle Moraine Ymca
Christina LachnerChristina Lachner
Licensed Professional Counselor at Kettle Moraine CounselingLicensed Professional Counselor at Kettle Moraine Counseling
Isaiah DenisIsaiah Denis
Custodial Lead at Kettle Moraine High SchoolCustodial Lead at Kettle Moraine High School